Head Start Center Aide — Bilingual + Great Benefits

Neighborimpact; Oregon; On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan (up to 6%)

Paid vacation (≈2 weeks in first year)

14 paid holidays annually

Sick leave accrual

Job summary

NeighborImpact is seeking a Head Start Center Aide to support a preschool classroom serving up to 20 children. The role includes meal preparation, maintaining a clean learning environment, and assisting the teaching team with daily activities. This position offers meaningful work within an award‑winning nonprofit.

Qualifications include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, a valid Food Handler’s Card, and enrollment in the OR CBR. A bilingual Spanish preference is noted.

Qualifications

• Frequent kneeling, stooping, bending, and sitting on the floor to attend to children’s needs.
• Must have an initial health examination and periodic re-examinations.
• Food Handler’s Card required.
• Criminal History Registry (CBR) enrollment required.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute nutritious meals.
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom through daily cleaning tasks.
• Provide breaks for staff.
• Carry out daily tasks as directed by teaching team.
• Support development and well-being of children aged 3–5 and foster a nurturing classroom.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Active learner

Job description

NeighborImpact is seeking a Head Start Center Aide to support a preschool classroom serving up to 20 children. The role includes meal preparation, maintaining a clean learning environment, and assisting the teaching team with daily activities. This position offers meaningful work within an award‑winning nonprofit.

Qualifications include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, a valid Food Handler’s Card, and enrollment in the OR CBR. A bilingual Spanish preference is noted.